Cast Technician

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Yakima, Washington time type:
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JR70009
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Join the team at Multi Care Orthopedics Northwest! We are seeking a Cast Technician—prior experience preferred, Certified Medical Assistant credential is required
** FTE:
** 1.0,
** Shift:
** days,
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* Schedule:

** Monday - Friday 8-5 pm
** Position Summary
** Provides a variety of services associated with orthopedic casting procedures to patients. Aids in patient care by performing the application and removal of casts, splints, and braces. Ensures proper healing of patient injuries through education of proper casting care and instruction on using crutches, walkers, and other aides. Responsible for removal of sutures and staples, re-bandaging of wounds, and/or application of steri-strips.
** ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
*** Ensures that adequate supplies of plaster, padding, linen, bandages, splints and related materials are available in each procedure room.
* Ensures that all equipment, including cast saws, cast tables, and assorted hardware (pin cutters, drills, screwdrivers, etc.) are ready and in proper working condition.
* Ensures that pertinent clinic notes and x-rays are available for each patient. Escorts patient to exam rooms and prepares patient for exam/treatment. Orients patients, enters ancillary orders and directs patients to studies.
* Instructs patients and families in use and care of immobilizing devices. Reinforces routine instructions given to patients by other healthcare providers. Distributes patient education materials.
* Observes, collects and documents patient information obtained while providing care. Reports significant changes or pertinent information to licensed personnel.
* Provides care/treatments to patients as outlined in plan of care including, but not limited to measurement of vital signs, height and weight. Performs skin preps/scrubs and simple wound care and assists with clinic-based procedures. Creates, applies, and removes immobilizing devices such as splints, wet plaster and fiberglass casts.
* Removes sutures as necessary.
** QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
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* Education:

** High School diploma or GED equivalent required. Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program, or Associate’s or technical Surgical Technologist degree required.
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* Experience:

** Previous casting experience preferred.
** Licenses/Certificates/Registration:
** Washington State (DOH) Medical Assistant – Certified licensure or Washington State (DOH) Surgical Technologist licensure required. American Heart Association BLS required. Registered Orthopedic Technologist (ROT) required within one year of hire depending on location.
* ** Rooted in the local community** – Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years
* ** Growth and education** – Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your future
* ** Well-being and support** – Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life
* ** Living our values** – Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other
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** l – Employee Resource Groups, inclusion initiatives and outreach programs support a workplace where every voice is valued
* ** Pacific Northwest lifestyle** – Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life
** Pay and Benefit Expectations
** We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by…